Today marks 15 years since Gabby Giffords was shot at a constituent meeting, in an attack that killed 6 and wounded 13. I am proud to cosponsor a bipartisan, bicameral resolution to honor the victims and their families today, and recommit to ending gun and political violence.

rare to see an american politician speak in these terms and it rocks

"This was a family that could've been like mine" -- Philip Bump breaks down crying on MS NOW when talking about the stuffed animals in Renee Good's car when she was killed

3 time Trump voter: I'm very disappointed in how Trump is handling the situation. He's making up a story…. she did not try to hit the agent… This is my neighbor. Come on, Trump. Come on, Vance.

So just found out that Audible have silently removed six audiobooks from my library. Because I noticed, and complained, they gave six credits to buy them back again. They did this because the publishers updated the books and Audible just deleted the old versions.

“Morning kids, Daddy’s made sourdough pancakes for breakfast!” 2 year old “No thanks.” Casually strolls to the cupboard, selects a tin of liver pate and a spoon. “Yay!” Honestly, if I didn’t carry them I’d question if they were mine 🤷‍♀️ #food #foodsky #parenting #kids #pancakes

Captain Mark Kelly earned his rank. Now his decades of service are being attacked by a drunk and a draft dodger. All because he reminded our military to stay true to their oath, his right as both a veteran and an American.

Canada, Greenland/Denmark, and all Nordic nations have more to fear from the USA than Russia or China.

Checking the news after school and seeing that the world continues to be a super hot dumpster fire IS NOT THE BEST TO BE PERFECTLY HONEST. But you know what is? • teaching Grade 3 • being safe and cozy at home • getting photos of very good doggos enjoying the Christmas presents you gave them

I’m running for Congress in NY-12, my home. We have a demented, criminal president running the country like a mob operation—government by the boss, for the boss. We need Democratic fighters who will defend the rule of law and deliver government by the people. Join us.

Mamdani: "While only action can change minds, I promise you this: If you are a New Yorker, I am your mayor. Regardless of whether we agree I will protect you, celebrate with you, mourn along side you, and not for a second hide from you."

AOC: My name is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. and it is my deep honor and privilege to welcome you to the inauguration of our new mayor of New York City. Zohran Kwame Mamdani

I won't lie, this was a tough year for democracy. But we enter 2026 with hope and optimism for the year ahead. I wish you all a happy and healthy new year.

Here's another watercolour from a sketching visit back to Winchester where I spent a year at the art school in the '60s. I had a particularly productive stay in the late '90s and this is favourite from then. It was bought by a friend and I'm sure she's looking after it. #art #watercolour #Winchester

Big crowds braved the cold on Wednesday for one of New York City’s most popular annual events: the New Year’s Eve ball drop in Times Square.

The @theatlantic.com claims that Canadians will use "treachery" to make America and its media look "silly". No, we are a democratic people who hate thugs and their pusillanimous enablers. Deal with it.

Merry Christmas! Michelle and I hope you have a wonderful holiday filled with light and joy.

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Thousands of members of the Canadian Armed Forces are spending Christmas away from home – standing on guard for our freedoms, and those of our allies. In this increasingly dangerous and divided world, we are ever more grateful for your service and sacrifice. Merry Christmas.

In 2005 I was a newly-elected MP in a heavily Catholic region. The Church said they would deny me communion and defeat me in the election if I didn't change my support for same sex marriage. I held my ground and Catholic voters came out in droves to support me. vimeo.com/1148980471?f...

The holidays are a lot. Sending some virtual coziness, peace, and love out to anyone who could use one, some, or all them right now. Merry merry, bébés.

Nothing says “full transparency” like begging staffers to spend their holidays blacking out names in the Epstein files. Funny how there’s always time to redact, never time to tell the truth.

Always loved this one! RIP Chris.

Who else is sick and tired of Rosemary Barton's pompous, belligerent, accusatorial manner and toxic tone in her interviews?

This watercolour drawing is of the Cam at Duxford, at Temple Farmhouse which is a site that dates back to the Knights Templar. I gave this one to the lady of the house as the property was being sold. I stil have some others done on different visits #art #watercolour #rivercam #knightstemplar

Man, Paul Simon's Graceland is never a bad idea. I always doubt that it will sound as good as I remember and it always does. An all timer

From Seattle to LA, the demand is clear: NO CONTRACT, NO COFFEE. Join us on the picket line tomorrow: dsa-la.org/event/dsa-la...

BIRDS/BIRD.GIF

Frost: If you want to protect children, why don't you ban assault weapons instead of health care?

Covered Bridge #Photography

I’ve been making mulled cider/wine gifts with whole spices and dried orange slices in mason jars this afternoon and now my hands smell like Christmas. 😊

Eurasian wigeon #photography #birds

Almost missed #WoodpeckerWednesday! This Northern Flicker is from a few years ago in #Tacoma. #Birds #Nature #Photography

Speaking in Dublin tonight, former US Secretary of State and First Lady Hillary Clinton has said the progress achieved in Ireland since the Good Friday Agreement cannot be taken for granted www.rte.ie/news/ireland/2025/1211/1548547-hillary-clinton-dublin/

ICYMI: I was on The Breakfast Club this morning! Thank you @charlamagnethagod.bsky.social @djenvyofficial.bsky.social Jess Hilarious & the whole TBC crew! www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtq0...

Today, with @mayormarksutcliffe.bsky.social in Ottawa, we announced bold new initiatives to work with the City of Ottawa to build thousands more homes, protect our communities, and elevate Canada’s leadership on the world stage — including with a bid to host the 2028 Francophonie summit.

sitting next to a sweaty guy on a plane who just finished a workout at terminal 8 while wearing a shirt, tie, and suit

Went to the NY Botanical Garden’s train show last week, and saw our new home!

Trump says Lisa Cook is unfit to be a Fed governor because she claimed two different properties as her primary residence on her mortgage applications. (Cook denies this.) Trump did the exact same thing on mortgage applications submitted a mere 7 weeks apart. www.propublica.org/article/trum...

Watercolour of gardens in #Winchester with the cathedral in the background. This was done on one of several sketching visits in the '90s. You can soak up history in Winchester which has a wonderful atmosphere, dank and timeless, very nostalgic for me. #watercolour #pleinair

BREAKING: The Ontario Provincial Police is now investigating a recipient of the Skills Development Fund, Keel Digital Solutions. I have been calling on this for seven straight weeks: Minister David Piccini must be fired.

Sand dunes and blue sky #blueskymonday #clouds #sanddunes #beach #photography #eastcoastkin

Canadian identity — at home and abroad — is rooted in the French language. Hosting the Sommet de la Francophonie is an opportunity to elevate our leadership and partnerships with francophone countries around the world.

The Parking Lot Lawyer FINALLY figured out she wasn’t welcome. And PS: This is a complete and total surrender by Habba.

One of many Cambridge street watercolours I did 30-40 years ago. Working on the spot uniquely preserves memories and feelings. The shop signs at that time in Green St were extravagantly beautiful and the passers by were sketched in quickly. Still have this one. #fineart ##pleinair #Cambridge

I’ve been nominated for the FIFA prize for literature, oh wait, I just found out I won. Imaginary prizes are it turns out, very easy to win.